The world seemed to be a much better place to live in during the school holidays. No homework. No project meetings. No seeing that asshole David De Cruz and most importantly, no naggings from teachers like Mr. Douglas O.

Adding to the list of credits, her relationship with wasn’t as bitter as before. The day when he tossed ice-cream at her face didn’t degrade her impression of him. Instead, got to see the cheeky side of him.

They spent the first weekend of their vacation at the jetty, fishing. But they caught nothing in the end except for a broken shoe. Other evenings were used up on kites flying and nights were passed in cinemas. Life had never been happier for Sylvester all these while. A smile unknowingly found its way to his face as he recalled how they turned a cake baking session into a flour-throwing-bash.

His mind flashed back to the time they first met. He was of course astonished by the immense hatred and hostility had towards him. But as time passed, it healed all misunderstandings and improved their relationship.

Yet things do get touchy at times. Sometimes, he felt that had been blushing a lot lately, especially in front of him. Being slow in feelings, Sylvester couldn’t understand why. But he had to admit that whenever he sees nowadays, his heart just took on a faster rapidity. That was what baffled him and upon those moments, he was certain his feelings for her wasn’t as simple as friends. The worst situation was he had to act normal and cool in her presence.

All these alien feelings that aroused was something Sylvester never experienced for a long time.

Did also recognize she represented the best person to set butterflies in his stomach and get his heart racing as fast as a bullet train?

Is she feeling the same as him too?

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“, I have something on today. Just count me out for dinner later.” Sylvester informed, packing up his stuffs. The classroom was filled with shuffling noises and cheers of students the moment Teacher Douglas O proclaimed end of the supplementry classes of the holidays.

“Where are you going?” asked, puzzled.

“Would you believe me if I say I‘m going on a date?” he winked. “God, I’m late!” he took a short glace at his watch and dashed out of the classroom, ignoring ’s call. She frowned, trying hard to kick off that sudden nasty feeling. A date?

As much as wanted to hide her agitation, she only found herself pondering about Sylvester and his date. Was he joking or what? It sure seemed odd this time round, without him blabbing by her side. All of a sudden she felt lonely again. Loneliness - It was her friend in the past. But now, things looked different.

Pretty bothered, yanked open the door of her locker and tossed a couple of unneeded books inside. Then she slammed the door just as hard as she had kicked any jerk’s ass . She squeezed her eyes shut for the moment, squeezed hard, as though she could squeeze out her unwanted thoughts.

Even though knew nothing about love, knew less about relationships and had no experience with it at all, she was after all, a girl. The only reason why a girl would feel hot and bothered about a guy going out on a date would be one thing - love. God gracious! It can’t be! had half the mind to scream out loud.

It can’t be… it can’t be… Falling for that guy?

It just can’t be!

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A haze of gloominess hung in the air as opened the door and entered the house. Seemed like its goanna be Home Alone tonight. She chucked her sling bag on the sofa and dragged her feet to the kitchen. Retrieving a can of Jia Jia Liang Teh from the fridge, she started gulping down her drink.

Isn’t Auntie Florence supposed to be back today? thought. It was when she heard noises from the bathroom that snapped her back to reality. Must be Auntie Florence. She walked over to the bathroom at the kitchen. Just when was about to call out for Florence’s name, the door of the bathroom swung open. Realization of shock whack her hard.

It was never to her forecast it would be a guy who greeted her. “WAHHH!!” She screamed her lungs out and shut her eyes immediately.

“AH!!” The stranger guy shouted in shock too. He was wearing nothing except for a white towel draped around his waist. He shield his chest with his arms as their shouting continued.

“Who the hell are you!” shriek as fear sneaked in. The burglary incident of the banana man bowled her over, “Thief again!” she accused. Crazy in mind, grabbed a cookie jar and flung it at that guy. The guy luckily dodged off from her attack and the cookie jar went smashing against the wall of the bathroom and landed on the floor.

“Miss, just who are you?” the confused guy asked and took a step forward.

“Get away!” yelled and raised both her hands in front of him, “You thief!”

“I’m not!” the guys retorted, still taken aback.

“You are!” she cried out, feeling jelly in her legs.

“What happened?” a female voice asked and the both of them turned to the kitchen door. saw Florence standing at the door, with a puzzled face. “Oh my God Chrissypoo! Get dressed up properly!” Florence ticked off, storming towards the guy. “There’s girls in the house.”

“Poo? What poo?” choked out, even more bewildered. “Just who are you?”

“Oh .” Florence’s face cracked into an amused grin. “This is my son, Christopher. It’s the school vacations in Hong Kong too and Dick suggested I bring him here for sight seeing.”

“So this is a misunderstanding.” Christopher flashed his killer smile. “I’m no thief or any burglar. I’m just in Singapore because Dad wants me to be here.”

sank into the deep state of embarrassment. “I’m.. I’m sorry.” she muttered softly as hotness swept pass her cheeks.

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“Hahaha!!” Florence had a hard time trying not to laugh after Christopher had related everything to her. The both of them together with Sylvester and were gathering at the big table for dinner. “So after all, its just a misunderstanding!” Florence suppressed a laugh as she pressed her stomach.

“I’m… I’m really sorry…” apologized and bowed repeatedly, feeling bad in heart.

“Its okay.” Christopher gave her a reassured smile, “Its only natural that you response in that manner.”

“Ya.” Sylvester agreed with a grin, munching his food. “If not, you won’t live up to the name of ‘High-Voltage ’!” At once, she creased with irritation.

“Stop teasing me!” she yelled at Sylvester, tossing a drumstick at his face.

“Don’t play with food!” Florence exclaimed. But soon after, the four of them broke into pieces of laughter again.

“I will go refill the soup.” offered and got up from her seat, hurrying to the kitchen with the empty big bowl.

“Get us more rice too!” Sylvester shouted behind her.

“No for you!” looked over her shoulder and gave him an extra snarl.

Christopher shook his head with delight, “She sure is cute.” he complimented with a beam. Sylvester turned to look at him, who was seated beside him.

“You mean she’s attractive to you?” he questioned Christopher with sudden sour feeling. Let it be no please… he pleaded silently.

“Well, she’s really cute.” Christopher smiled again, his eyes fixed at the direction of the kitchen. “Straightforward and bubbly, very different from other girls Dad had introduced to me before.”

For the moment, Sylvester felt that Christopher was a threat to him. That sudden bitter feeling was something he couldn’t relate to. He couldn’t understand why that uncanny feeling was there. Jealousy?

But all he knew was, if Christopher took on an affection towards , he would certainly dislike him.

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End of chapter…

First of all, my apologies for the long absence of updates.. Being working at the creative tech road show for the past four days and my PC internet connection was down yesterday.. Lol..

Okie, have added a new character -- Chrissypoo!! LOL.. Starring as the child of Florence and Dick.. Haha.. Hope it isn’t dull and woo hoo.. it’s the finals tml.. But feeling sad too cos next week, there won’t be any more Spore Idol..

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